Director of Finance

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Director of Finance to join a senior leadership team within a high-end hospitality environment. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, ensuring strong governance, and driving overall business performance.

The successful candidate will act as a trusted partner to senior leadership and stakeholders, delivering financial insight, operational support, and long-term value creation across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

Partner with executive leadership to support strategic decision-making through financial analysis, forecasting, and business planning
Drive profitability through effective cost control, revenue optimisation, and performance monitoring
Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasting processes, aligning financial strategy with business objectives
Oversee capital expenditure planning and ensure investments support long-term operational success

Financial Operations & Reporting

Lead all finance and accounting functions, including reporting, payroll, treasury, and cash flow management
Deliver accurate and timely financial statements with clear analysis of performance and key trends
Strengthen financial systems, reporting tools, and operational efficiencies across departments
Ensure robust internal controls to safeguard assets and maintain financial integrity

Compliance, Audit & Risk

Ensure full compliance with all regulatory, tax, and statutory requirements
Manage internal and external audit processes, addressing findings and enhancing controls
Review contracts, supplier agreements, and commercial arrangements to mitigate risk and protect financial interests

Leadership & Collaboration

Provide leadership across finance and wider business support functions, including procurement and systems
Develop and mentor a high-performing finance team
Collaborate closely with operational teams to improve performance, drive efficiencies, and support strategic goals

Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
Professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent preferred
Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in a senior finance role within a hospitality, resort, or similar environment
Strong understanding of financial planning, reporting, and commercial performance management
Experience working with senior stakeholders, including boards or ownership groups

Key Skills

Advanced financial analysis and modelling capability
Strong knowledge of finance systems and ERP platforms
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence non-financial stakeholders
Strategic mindset with a hands-on, collaborative leadership style

The Next Steps?

Interested? Simply apply with your CV/Resume, and the New Recruits team will reach out for a confidential pre‑screening discussion. We will explore your background, your culinary philosophy, and your aspirations to ensure the ideal match. Interviews will be conducted via MS Teams.

About New Recruits International Ltd.

Founded in 2020, our agency specialises in recruiting elite talent across construction, engineering, hospitality, and corporate support throughout the Caribbean and the Americas. We are driven by passion, quality, integrity, collaboration, and discretion, consistently matching exceptional professionals with world‑class opportunities.